Federal education officials have announced significant staffing reductions, with nearly one-fifth of the agency’s remaining workforce impacted. The cuts primarily affect teams responsible for overseeing special education programs, securing funding for disadvantaged students, and enforcing civil rights protections. The move raises concerns about the agency’s ability to maintain critical educational services and support for vulnerable student populations. Details on the broader implications for compliance and student aid remain under review.
About a fifth of the agency’s remaining staff was affected, including employees working on special education, funding for low-income students and civil rights enforcement. By Sarah Mervosh Michael C.
